Kathy Pinna
You probably have a clearer view but it looks like there are crosses on his sleeves and belt buckle - I don't know of a Protestant equivalent of the Knights of Columbus? Just a thought . . . ;)

Viola Upchurch
My view is no better. I do see the crosses but it doesn't help me a bit. Maybe it's an old Shriners outfit of some sort. I wouldn't recognize that either. I never was anygood with that stuff.

Daniel Pinna
PS - I have verified that this uniform is from the Knights of Columbus on this website [external link] (scroll down about half way and you'll find an identical uniform): “The uniform is that of Knights of Columbus, I believe. The MOLLUS never has had a prescribed uniform. Although similar looking from this photograph, the badge is not a MOLLUS medal. The cross in this case, I do not believe, means a chaplain, but rather is a part of the general uniform of the Order at that time.”

Viola Upchurch
Danniel, thank you so much for checking on that for me. I never have been able to find anything. I have a pretty large family and it seems I am alone in my research. Guess I'm the only one curious enough to research anything about family. Thanks again

Viola Upchurch
Finally, now I'm sure. After writing to Mr. Kendall, I received this answer and will end my search. ANSWER:Ms. Upchurch,

The uniform your grandfather is wearing is that of a Knight Templar, of which knightly a Trinitarian Christian Mason is invited to join. Of course, becoming a Templar is not a requirement and the Knights Templar organization is separate and distinct from Ancient Craft Freemasonry. According to the documents you forwarded to me, he was a member of the Santa Monica Knights Templar Commandery.
I have copied Sara Nelson in our membership department so she may assist in looking up what Craft lodge he attended; these are the only records the Grand Lodge of F. & A.M. of California keeps

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